Masa, also known as Hausa rice cake, is a delightful and simple dish from Hausa cuisine in Nigeria. This recipe, shared by Ramatu, provides easy-to-follow instructions to create this flavorful meal. If prepared correctly, you're sure to love it!
Masa is traditionally served with Miyan Taushe, but it can also be paired with Yaji (spiced ground pepper). There are other complimentary meals that can be served alongside as well.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups of Tuwo rice
- 1 teaspoon of ground potash
- Sugar and salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon of yeast
- Vegetable oil for greasing
Instructions:
Get 3 cups of Tuwo rice in a bowl and divide into two equal parts.
Wash the first part and soak in a bowl with potash. To do this, soak a teaspoon of ground potash in half cup of water, allow to settle, then pour the water into the first part of the rice in a bowl, making sure you don’t add the residue. Add more water and allow to soak for 8-10 hours.
When you are ready to prepare the masa, get the second part of the Tuwo rice. Wash and boil it with just water until it is very soft.
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Mix the ground rice with the mashed rice together.
Add sugar and salt to taste.
Add a teaspoon of yeast, stir and allow frothing for 30 minutes.
Grease your masa pan with vegetable oil and scoop your batter into the pan.
Allow to cook until it is golden brown.
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Here is a quick recap of the recipe:
| Ingredient | Quantity | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| Tuwo Rice | 3 cups (divided) | Soak one part with potash, boil the other |
| Ground Potash | 1 teaspoon | Soak in water, add to rice |
| Sugar | To taste | Add to rice mixture |
| Salt | To taste | Add to rice mixture |
| Yeast | 1 teaspoon | Add to rice mixture, let froth |
| Vegetable Oil | As needed | For greasing the pan |
Enjoy your homemade Masa!
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